In today’s Nigeria, we are witnessing an alarming expansion of political sycophants and praise singers who thrive on political patronage—what is now widely known as “stomach infrastructure.” These individuals eagerly feed off the crumbs from their master’s table, ready to defend their benefactors at all costs, even if it means turning a blind eye to the harsh realities facing their communities. They rally behind their so-called political leaders, not out of genuine conviction or a desire for progress, but purely for personal gain.
Ironically, while they sing the praises of their masters to high heaven, their own families and villages languish without electricity, good roads, hospitals, clean drinking water, or security. Despite these glaring deficiencies, they remain loyal foot soldiers, willing to defend incompetence and corruption, not because they believe in the vision, but because they see an opportunity for self-enrichment.
These “alleluia boys” exist in every stratum of society—town unions, village meetings, social clubs, political parties, and even family gatherings. They are like political termites, burrowing into every available space where there is something to gain. They masquerade as champions of the people, but in reality, they are political parasites who thrive on deception and personal interest.
It is crucial to recognize that those who make the loudest noise in public do not necessarily have the best interests of the people at heart. We must learn to differentiate between self-appointed messiahs and those who genuinely work for the collective good. Convenient, self-serving radicalism and populism should not be mistaken for sincere leadership.
As citizens, we must remain vigilant, punch holes in the facade of political deception, and hold our leaders accountable—not through empty praise, but through constructive engagement and unwavering demand for true governance. Nigeria deserves better, and it starts with breaking free from the chains of political patronage and embracing a future built on integrity, service, and true progress.
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